Standing for Election
If you have decided to stand for election, congratulations.
It’s an exciting time to be part of local government and local elections are a great opportunity to see your community progress from your dedication. A democracy only succeeds if people who care for the community are prepared to give it a go, do their bit and have a say.
Successful local election candidates are those that take the time to listen to their communities, engage with the people within them and go on to champion their voice as their representative.
Promoting Yourself
One of the most important challenges facing a candidate is how to successfully promote themselves and their ideas to the community.
Get out there and talk to people – find out how individuals and families in your communities are feeling, what are their needs and wants? Then put together a strategy to address these issues as a leader, the more in-tune you are, the better you’ll be as a leader.
If you want to put up signs around the District, there are a few rules. You can learn more in our Electioneering Signs Policy. You will also need to fill in a signs application form.
